Strawberry Caprese Pasta Salad
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4.7
Strawberry Caprese Pasta Salad
Description
Strawberry Caprese Pasta Salad brings together short pasta cooked until tender and cooled, with sliced strawberries and mozzarella balls that provide contrasting textures and flavors. Thinly sliced red onion offers a mild sharpness, while fresh basil and mint contribute herbal freshness. The dressing, made from extra virgin olive oil, honey, golden balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper, is whisked and gently tossed with the salad ingredients, creating a balanced coating.
The combination highlights the sweet juiciness of strawberries against the creamy, mild mozzarella in each bite, enhanced by the hint of acidity from the vinegar-based dressing. The salad is served chilled or at room temperature, making it practical for warm-weather meals or potlucks.
Adding roasted nuts such as pistachios, almonds, or pine nuts can introduce a crunchy texture contrast. The salad's fresh and vibrant elements pair well with light proteins or as part of a picnic menu.
Ingredients
- 1 pound short pasta
- 1 pound strawberries , sliced
- 16 ounces mozzarella balls , drained
- ½ cup red onion thinly sliced
- ⅓ cup basil thinly slivered, fresh
- ⅓ cup mint thinly slivered, fresh
- ⅓ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons golden balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- Bring a pot water to boil and season generously with salt. Boil the pasta according to package directions. Drain in a colander. Lightly rinse so the pasta doesn't stick, then cool.
- While the pasta is cooking, slice the strawberries and onions then add to a large bowl with the drained mozzarella balls and herbs. Add the cooled pasta.
- In a small bowl, whisk the olive oil, honey, golden balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper. Drizzle over the pasta and gently toss. Add more salt and pepper to taste and serve.
Notes
- Roasted pistachios, sliced almonds, or toasted pine nuts provide added crunch when sprinkled on top.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 322 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 322kcal | 16% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 12g | 24% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 14mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 225mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 162mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 93IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 23mg | 26% |
| Calcium | 155mg | 16% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.7
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